Chaika is a light novel. That is a statement of fact I intend it neither positively nor negatively. There are a lot of light novel tropes and it just feels like one throughout. If one were to be asked without knowing what the source was it would probably be pretty easy to discern. But there are like all things good ones and bad ones and I think Chaika sits comfortably in a state of mediocrity where it cant be declared one or the other. Despite that though the series itself is just fun. It was enjoyable to watch it didnt feel like a drag. While it isnt a series that necessarily leaves the viewer craving for more its certainly one that gives the viewer a feeling of joy and satisfaction when moving on to the next episode. The characters their banter the action sequences every little thing has at least some degree of charm to it that lends to Chaikas attractiveness as an anime. One of the highlights of the series for me is likely one of the most divisive: the way the titular Chaika speaks. Personally Chaikas manner of speech is adorable and it gives the character something unique to set her apart on top of her already fairly unique appearance. For some though I could see this being grating or irritating. Chaika talks in such a way that Ill shoot the enemy would likely be said as something like Chaika. Enemy. Shoot. Its cute and endearing. The plot of the series is nothing groundbreaking. However it is to its benefit that it plays it rather simply and doesnt try to introduce anything too convoluted or complicated in attempt to force depth into it. A young girl Chaika is the daughter of a deceased emperor. The people who killed the emperor basically dissected him and use his limbs as fuel for magic. She wants to gather up all the pieces of her dad and give him a proper funeral. Boom thats it. There are elements introduced later on to give it a more cohesive plot with potential for moving forward. At its base though the plot is easy to follow along with and allows for a very casual relaxing watch. Chaika is a pretty good time overall its one of those series that I cant see myself really pushing anyone to watch but at the same time its not forgettable or boring. Its one of those series that just is. Theres no overthinking it theres joy when you see screenshots or memes and passive acknowledgement otherwise. Its along the lines of encouraging someone who would want to watch it but not really trying to push it onto other people either. I feel like I might be getting a bit redundant and I really should have wrote this after I finished it when my thoughts were more put together but hey at least this season of anime is pretty good. For those that like simplistic fantasy worlds with cool magic used in conjunction with guns give it a shot. Especially if youre in the mood for something more fun and casual than deep and thought provoking.